Paula Partanen

Paula Partanen is an experienced professional with a diverse background in management, sales, and logistics. Currently serving as Partnerships Manager at the Finnish Red Cross since July 2024 and as Founder and Chairman of the Board at Porukka since March 2023, Paula focuses on building community connections. Previous roles include Customer Relations Manager and Business Manager at Vaasan Oy, where leadership and customer care were key responsibilities. Paula's experience spans multiple sectors, including B2B sales at Lejos Oy, supply chain management at Forcepoint LLC, business project management at Stockmann, and customer service at Kraft Foods. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Tampere and ongoing studies in Development Studies at the University of Helsinki.